Barilla® Super Green Pasta - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (6.3 ounce) jar Barilla(R) Traditional Basil Pesto
1 (16 ounce) package Barilla(R) Farfalle
1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted and peeled
5 cups assorted baby greens such as baby kale, arugula, or spinach
Fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)
Shaved Parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation

In the bowl of a food processor add the Traditional Basil Pesto and avocado; mix to combine; set aside.
In a large pot bring 4 to 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil; add salt to taste and the Farfalle; stir gently.
Cook pasta according to package directions; remove from heat and drain well, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.
Return pasta to pot; stir in the baby greens and Traditional Basil Pesto mixture; add pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
Serve topped with fresh basil leaves and Parmesan, if desired.